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Since Brexit, UK citizens need passports to travel to EU countries. While Ireland is an EU member, the CTA has historically allowed different arrangements. This new ferry rule is a UK-driven change for its border, not an EU requirement, but it does add another layer to post-Brexit travel considerations.
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Ferry passengers between UK and Ireland will need passports from September 2026